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Nuclear war vs. science: which will end humanity first?

April 29, 2026

Scientists often chase big ideas—like finding a perfect theory to explain the universe. One physicist, now famous for a $3 million prize, thinks humans might never reach that finish line. Why? Because nuclear war could finish us first. This isn’t just guesswork. The same person helped solve a major

technology

The Secret Science Behind a Perfect Cup of Coffee

April 29, 2026

Coffee is more than just a morning drink—it’s a complex mix of over a thousand flavor molecules shaped by the beans, roasting, grinding, and brewing. Yet, even with careful preparation, the taste can vary wildly. One cup might taste too sour, another too bitter, and another just right. Scientists ha

environment

Why plants matter more than you think

April 29, 2026

The Missouri Botanical Garden wasn’t always a global leader in plant science. When Peter Raven took over in 1971, it was just a pretty garden with a few researchers. But Raven saw something bigger: plants weren’t just decorations—they were the foundation of life. Two-thirds of Earth’s species live i

politics

Students and Teachers Ask: Is Climate Science Really Open About Its Funding?

April 29, 2026

A fresh study noticed something odd about climate papers that link global warming to stronger storms. Out of 331 experts listed on 82 papers, none had declared any personal or financial links to groups with a clear agenda. That turns out to matter because papers paid for by environmental charities w

politics

When Leaders Play Crowns: A Clash of Symbols and Power

April 29, 2026

The scene at the White House on that April afternoon looked like a scene from another era. Donald Trump and King Charles stood together, both men framed by the weight of history and the absurdity of the moment. Trump, ever fond of grand gestures, mused about how their ancestors would react to seeing

politics

Hungary’s New Leader Seeks to Fix Ties With Ukraine Over Minority Issues

April 29, 2026

Hungary’s freshly elected prime minister, Péter Magyar, wants to sit down with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in western Ukraine to talk about the rights of ethnic Hungarians living there. Magyar, who just took office after beating Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule, isn’t as hostile to Ukraine as

opinion

Finding a better way for Alaska's schools

April 29, 2026

Alaska's schools face tough problems today. Many classrooms have fewer students than before. Some people think closing schools is the only answer. But that misses the real issue. Years of decisions have left schools struggling. Money problems make it hard to help students. When schools can't give k

politics

Money moves blocked in Hungary linked to Orban’s team

April 29, 2026

Hungary’s tax office has put the brakes on large overseas transfers tied to allies of a powerful outgoing official. The person making the claim, set to take over soon, posted a video online saying billions in forints—millions in dollars—were frozen because officials suspect laundering. No proof was

entertainment

Meet the Teen Sherlock Who Nearly Became a Criminal

April 29, 2026

Sherlock Holmes isn’t usually seen as a 19-year-old troublemaker fresh out of juvenile detention. Yet that’s exactly what Young Sherlock shows—a young rebel with a sharp mind but zero respect for authority. Instead of the polished detective fans know, this version is a pickpocket teetering between g

crime

Catching Cyber Fraud Rings Beyond Africa’s Shores

April 29, 2026

Swiss police have taken ten people into custody, most of them Nigerian-born, on suspicion of running high-tech scams from within Switzerland. The group stands accused of tricking people online out of millions in Swiss francs through fake romance stories and other digital cons. Europol confirms the a